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Moving house is an exciting yet challenging task, especially in a vibrant city like Perth. It involves a lot of moving parts, from packing to unpacking and then setting up utilities at your new place. A well-structured and detailed checklist can be your best friend for a stress-free and organised move. In this article, we\u2019ll guide you through a comprehensive step-by-step moving house checklist for your move in Perth<\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>

Planning Your Move: Start Early<\/span><\/h2>

The process of moving starts before you even pack the boxes. In fact, the earlier you start planning, the smoother the move will be. A well-thought-out timeline and organisation is very important, especially when considering Perth\u2019s specific housing market, logistics and climate.<\/span><\/p>

8 Weeks Before Moving: Create a Plan<\/span><\/h2>

Start by setting up a “moving folder” where you can keep all your important documents, contracts and receipts for your move. This can include quotes from removalists, new home paperwork and a to-do list. You\u2019ll need to list all the services you need to transfer over, such as utilities, internet and mail forwarding.<\/span><\/p>

In Perth, many people experience longer commutes or delays with moving services due to the size of the city and the suburbs. With early planning, you can avoid these common bottlenecks.<\/span><\/p>

Declutter Your Home<\/span><\/h3>

Moving is the perfect opportunity to declutter and get rid of items you no longer need. Go through every room in your house and sort items into categories: keep, donate, sell or throw away. This will make the move easier and cheaper.<\/span><\/p>

Perth has many charity shops and recycling centres so you can donate items you no longer want. Consider having a garage sale to get rid of some of your unwanted items. Garage sales are popular in Perth and can help you make some extra cash to put towards your moving costs.<\/span><\/p>

6 Weeks Before Moving: Start Packing<\/span><\/h2>

Once you\u2019ve decluttered, it\u2019s time to start packing. Start with items you won\u2019t need in the weeks leading up to the move, such as seasonal clothing, books and holiday decorations. Use sturdy moving boxes and label each one with its contents and the room it will go in at your new place. This will make unpacking much easier.<\/span><\/p>

Get Packing Supplies<\/span><\/h3>

You\u2019ll need a few packing materials, boxes, bubble wrap, packing tape and markers. Perth has many local suppliers where you can buy these. You can find sustainable and affordable packing solutions at local hardware stores or office supply stores, both of which have eco-friendly options.<\/span><\/p>

If you want to save money, consider getting free boxes from local supermarkets or posting them on Perth\u2019s active Buy Nothing community groups on Facebook, where people often give away excess moving supplies.<\/span><\/p>

4 Weeks Before Moving: Book a Removalist<\/span><\/h2>

By now, you should be researching removalists to see if you\u2019re going to hire professionals. Perth has many good removalists, so it\u2019s a good idea to get quotes and services. When hiring a mover consider cost, experience with moves in Perth\u2019s conditions, hot weather and narrow streets and availability.<\/span><\/p>

1 Month Before Moving: Organise Your Services<\/span><\/h2>

One of the most important things to do before you move is to get your services set up in your new home. This includes electricity, water, gas and internet. You\u2019ll need to arrange for services to be transferred or set up in your new home.<\/span><\/p>

Also, notify the following of your new address:<\/span><\/p>